Where are we going for Week #1 of Seekonk Safari Camp?
Here’s the clue one more time:
If we said you’re going “out front,”
Yes, that would be a big blunder.
But it is correct to say,
We’re off to the land “down under”.
Did you guess where we’re going??
Journey
If you guessed the Australian Outback, you’re right!!!
Here are some fun activities before we set off on our adventure:
How many miles did we travel??
To find out how many miles we traveled from Boston, Massachusetts to the city of Perth in Western Australia click here . Then scroll down to see the map of where we started and where we are now! How many miles did we travel?
Where am I?
See a simple map showing the general areas of Australia.
What time is it??
What time is it right now in Perth Australia? And scroll down to see the weather forecast, too!
Listen and Explore
Ready to jump in the jeep and discover all things WILD?
Let’s go! What do you hear? It’s the sounds of Australia! (You can explore all the red dots or just click on Perth.) Now grab your binoculars to find emus, kangaroos, koalas and more by visiting these sites:
Unique Australian Animals!
The Australia Zoo.
Which animal was your favorite
(or do you like them all??)
For great facts about the kookaburra click here.
Another good Kookaburra site!
Now hear what a kookaburra sounds like .
And now for something completely different…
Activities
Print out the buggy maze and have fun!
Time for a Campfire!
A day of camping and exploring isn't complete without a campfire and a story!
But there's a storm approaching so let's find shelter before we get wet! 
Thunderstorm in the Desert
Settle in for part 1 of Ellen versus the Snakes, an original story written and performed by Mark Binder.
"My sister, Ellen hates snakes. I love them. This is a basic and wonderful conflict."
-- from "Ellen vs. The Snakes!"
To read the story, CLICK HERE
To listen to the story CLICK HERE
And remember to check back every Monday for the continuing saga of Ellen and those slithering reptiles!!
Our visit to Australia may be over...
but you can always read more about it! Visit the Library or search our catalog for books, magazines, movies, and more! Click here to log on to the Library's on-line catalog. (User ID: your Library barcode, PIN: last 4 digits of your phone number.)
Did you enjoy your visit? Let us know by e-mailing
msiniak@seekonkpl.org or sclarke@seekonkpl.org
Where will Seekonk Safari Camp bring us next week? Here’s the clue:
The continent starts with “A”,
The country starts with “Tan”.
To roam with gazelles and zebras,
You might want to bring your fan.
You can always e-mail your guess to us at the addresses above.
Then check back next Monday to see if you're right!
